Chief Compliance Officer

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

23h • $161,000 - $172,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking to fill the position of Chief Compliance Officer in the Office of the Administrative Director. The Chief Compliance Officer plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the Supreme Court of Ohio adheres to legal standards, regulations, and internal policies. The Chief Compliance Officer will take the lead in partnering with legal, finance, and human resources in developing, implementing, and overseeing compliance programs, with a primary focus on supporting the Court's mission to prevent unethical or illegal conduct. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website !

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and (7) to ten (10) or more years of progressive professional experience.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of laws, rules, and procedures for the retention, destruction, and distribution of records.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to evaluate and mitigate potential threats.
• Policy Development: Ability to create and implement policies, standard operating procedures, and prepare clear, concise written documentation to inform impacted audience.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to be efficient, organized, and exhibit a high level of attention to detail to create a work product with a minimum number of errors.
• Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently or part of a team.
• Work Under Pressure: Capable of working under pressure with professionalism, discretion, patience, and confidentiality.
• Communication Skills: Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively either verbally or in writing.
• Interpersonal : Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain collaborative, effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Sensitivite Interactions: Ability to handle sensitive, face-to-face contact with the public and government officials in a composed, hospitable, and approachable manner.

Nice To Haves

• A JD degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Programs: The Chief Compliance Officer will develop, maintain, and update comprehensive compliance programs that align with applicable regulations and Court policies. Working in coordination with Offices across the Court to ensure consistent cross functional alignment on compliance initiatives.
• Internal Controls and Policies: Creates, reviews, and enforces policies and procedures designed to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Ensures compliance policies are effectively communicated and integrated across Offices.
• Risk Management: Conducts regular compliance risk assessments and implements mitigation strategies. Oversees internal investigations related to potential compliance violations. Reports findings, risks, and remediation plans to the Administrative Director or Court.
• Investigating Compliance Violations: Conducts investigations into alleged compliance violations. Collaborates with legal, human resources, and finance to take corrective actions. Determines when violations should be reported to the Administrative Director or Court.
• Reporting and Accountability: While this position reports to the Administrative Director, it also functions independently in an internal-audit capacity and delivers reports to the Administrative Director, Executive Leadership Team, and the Court as necessary.
• Regulatory Changes: Stays informed on regulatory changes and help ensure the Court’s compliance programs remain current and responsive to those changes, working with the Executive Compliance Committee to adjust strategies and protocols.
• Training and Education: Designs and delivers compliance training programs to educate employees on relevant regulations, policies, and ethical conduct.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director